Ciara Parkinson
Virginia,Cavan
Summary
Support Worker with vast hands-on experience in providing compassionate care and support to individuals with complex and diverse needs. Strong background in assisting with daily living activities, developing person-centered care plans, medication administration, and fostering positive relationships. Proven track record in crisis management, advocating for clients' rights, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care. Committed to making positive impact on clients' lives by promoting independence and enhancing overall well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Wilfward Family Trust
York, North Yorkshire
02.2022 - 05.2026
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility.
- Provided personalised care and support to individuals with complex diverse needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Administered medication accurately and safely, following strict healthcare protocols to maintain client well-being.
- Participated in and conducted training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge, staying informed about best practices in care.
- Tracked and documented client behaviours, activity engagement, skills development and notable incidents.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and any changes in condition, contributing to continuous care improvement.
- Managed challenging behaviour through de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement, ensuring a safe environment.
- Monitored client health and well-being, swiftly responding to emergencies and liaising with healthcare providers as necessary.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and budgeting, increasing their financial independence and security.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care services, ensuring a holistic approach to client health.
- Developed trusting relationships with service users and advocated on their behalf.
Support Worker
Mencap
York, North Yorkshire
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility, promoting independence.
- Provided personalised care and support to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Administered medication accurately and safely, following strict healthcare protocols to maintain client well-being.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge, staying informed about best practices in care.
- Tracked and documented client behaviours, activity engagement, skills development and notable incidents.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and any changes in condition, contributing to continuous care improvement.
- Developed trusting relationships with service users and advocated on their behalf.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care services, ensuring a holistic approach to client health.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and budgeting, increasing their financial independence and security.
Education
A-Levels -
Mount Lourdes Grammar School
Enniskillen, Fermanagh 09.2016 - 06.2018
GCSEs -
St.Fancheas College
Enniskillen, Fermanagh 09.2011 - 06.2016
Bachelor Degree - Children, Young People and Families with Special Educational Needs and Inclusion
York St.John University
York, North Yorkshire 09.2018 - 05.2021
Skills
- Medication administration, including PEG/PEJ, Insulin and Buccal
- Medication Assessor
- Trained to conduct PEG/PEJ training
- Makaton Level 2
- Record keeping
- Client relationship management
- Behaviour management
- Care coordination
- Personal care
- Financial management
- Emergency response
- Advocacy skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Crisis intervention
- Health monitoring
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Safeguarding protocols and policies
- Meal preparation
- IDDSI trained
- Dealing with vulnerable clients
- Daily living assistance
- Disability support
- Complex Care support
- Client-Centred approach
- Autism Spectrum Disorder support
- Clean driving record
- Client advocacy
- 50 in date training, including Care Certificate (certificates available)
Certification
- Dysphagia for Managers
- Dysphagia Awareness and the IDDSI in Health and Social Care
- Diabetes in Health and Social Care
- PEG Feeding (workshop)
- Makaton Level 2
- Dementia Awareness in Health and Social Care
- Assessing Medication Competence in Health and Social Care
- Management Skills
- PEG and Enteral Tube Feeding in Health and Social Care
- Care Certificate (awarded 10/05/2020)
- The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism
- Nutrition and Health in Health and Social Care
- Food Hygiene in Health and Social Care
- Promoting Dignity and Person-Centred Support in Health and Social Care
- Active Support- Complex Care
- Medication
- Oral Health in Health and Social Care
- Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards in Health and Social Care
- Mental Health Awareness in Health and Social Care
- Safeguarding Adults in Health and Social Care
- Continence Care
- Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in Health and Social Care
- Safe Moving and Handling
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Infection Control in Health and Social Care
- Data Protection and GDPR in Health and Social Care
- Cybersecurity in Health and Social Care
- Safeguarding Adults Level 2
- Legionnaires Disease in Health and Social Care
- People Handling
- Medication Observation/Supervision Assessment
- Pain Management in Health and Social Care
- Moving and Handling People in Health and Social Care
- Physical Disabilities in Health and Social Care
- Respiratory Support in Health and Social Care
- Risk Assessments
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) in Health and Social Care
- Slips, Trips and Falls in Health and Social Care
- Basic Life Support and First Aid in Health and Social Care
- Trauma-Skilled Practice
- Epilepsy and Buccal Midazolam
- Fire Safety in Health and Social Care
- End of Life Care in Health and Social Care
- NAPPI
- Health and Safety in Health and Social Care
- Understanding Radicalisation in Health and Social Care
- Care Certificate- Assessment of Knowledge
- LGBTQ+ Awareness in Health and Social Care
- Sensory Processing and Sensitivity in Health and Social Care
- Bullying and Harassment
- Professional Boundries in Health and Social Care
- Sepsis in Health and Social Care
- Insulin Administration
Timeline
Support Worker
Wilfward Family Trust
02.2022 - 05.2026
Support Worker
Mencap
04.2019 - 02.2022
Bachelor Degree - Children, Young People and Families with Special Educational Needs and Inclusion
York St.John University
09.2018 - 05.2021
A-Levels -
Mount Lourdes Grammar School
09.2016 - 06.2018
GCSEs -
St.Fancheas College
09.2011 - 06.2016